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No matter how you look at it, moving can be stressful — especially when you add kids and pets to the mix. Packing everything you own, changing routines and uprooting your household is a surefire recipe for stress no matter who you are. When you can’t understand why everything is in chaos, it’s even harder […]

As a landlord, it’s crucial to protect your tenants from possible criminal activities (including actions taken by your other tenants) and protect the community from criminal actions committed by your tenants. If your tenants run a drug lab, grow marijuana or even have a pack of poorly trained, dangerous dogs, you could be held liable [...]
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You do your best to make your apartment community a safe and livable space. Don’t let vandals ruin all of your hard work. Here’s what you should know about today’s vandalism and how you can prevent vandalism in your neck of the woods. Location, Location, Location According to a report by the Urban Institute Justice […]

Whether you’re renting out one property or many of them, you won’t be a landlord long before learning that dealing with tenants can be tough. From people who don’t pay on time to people who trash your property, there are all kinds of headaches that come with the territory in the property management realm. To […]

Sooner or later it’s bound to happen. Previous tenants move out and you find new tenants who want to move in. However, before they can do so, it’s up to you to make sure that your property is ready for them. Not sure where to start? Here are few simple tips for DIY landlords: Think […]

When you decide to invest in an older rental property, there are bound to be some extensive updates you’ll need to do before your property is ready for tenants. These tasks will be even more extensive if you are investing in a duplex or apartment complex. According to the Law Depot blog, rental tenants highly […]

Are you looking for a way to give your rental property a competitive edge? Instead of investing in kitchens and baths, which may have already been upgraded, why not address the outdoor living space? A home with a comfortable and inviting outdoor living space will draw the attention of potential tenants who are driving by […]

If you’ve recently watched HGTV, you may have gotten the urge the remodel your rental property. Or perhaps your commercial property is a bit dated and needs a facelift. Either way, major renovations are often much more difficult than they appear on television and far from cheap once everything is said and done. Before forking […]

Guest post by Terri Engels Since the housing crash of 2008, investing in real estate has made American millionaires lots of money. According to Morgan Stanley about 77 percent of millionaires have invested in some form of real estate, and it continues to top the investment list for the near future. Are you hoping to […]

Spring is approaching, and, along with it, a slew of potential renters who will be looking for their next home. As this time of year is a common season for people to prepare for spring and summer moves, what does that mean for you as a landlord? If you have available space for new occupancy, […]